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Tunnelers

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:58 PM PDT

In Tunnelers, choose from one of six tanks, each with its own unique weaponry. Compete on maps that boast 32 players in three different game modes, upgrading your tank along the way. Join the fray quickly with Instant Action, collect rewards and achievements to compare with your friends, and enjoy the soundtrack designed to make you feel the action!

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Publisher: Floating Minds
Playerbase: ??
Graphics: Medium
Type: MMORTS
EXP Rate: ??
PvP: Yes
Filesize: ??

Pros: +Large amounts of players per map. +Customizable tanks. +Various achievements and awards to unlock.

Cons: -Limited number of gameplay modes. -Not many tanks. -Limited information available.

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Overview

Tunnelers Overview

Tunnelers is a PvP action game where you control one of six tanks in competitive gameplay. You can customize and upgrade your tank with various passive and active items. Up to 32 players can play on a map at any given time. Tunnelers has three different game modes to choose from, achievements and awards, and a soundtrack that fits the action of the game.

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System Requirements

Tunnelers System Requirements

 Minimum Requirements:
OS: Windows XP SP2/Vista/7
CPU: x86 processor with SSE2 support (AMD K8 and above, Intel Pentium 4 and above)
RAM: 512MB (1 GB RAM on Windows Vista and Windows 7)
HDD: 300MB of free disk space
Graphics Card: DirectX 9.0 compliant with Pixel shader 2.0 and above

 

Rich$tate

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:46 PM PDT

Rich$tate puts you in control of running a car company. Manage your store, develop your infrastructure, and expand your horizons. Race against opponents to make a name for your brand, and develop more factories as your cars become more and more popular. Customize your race cars with various upgrades, and enhance it to become a racing legend!

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Publisher: Dovogame
Playerbase: ??
Graphics: Medium
Type: MMORTS
EXP Rate: ??
PvP: N/A
Filesize: N/A

Pros: +Unique multi-level company management design. +Racing and customization of cars.

Cons: -Still similar to other games in the genre. -Limited information.

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Rich$tate Overview

Rich$tate allows you to develop an automobile empire. You must manage your factories as well as your storefront as you expand your business and attract more attention. An additional feature of the game is the ability to compete in four different races: Cross-country, Tournament, Super Formula, and Territory. Upgrading components of your car will be a key factor in how well you do.

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Legends Of The Orient Arrives In Angels Online

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:36 PM PDT

IGG has officially launched Angels Online’s ninth edition, Legends of the Orient.

The new expansion introduces the East Orient, which is a new area with eight new maps, including an instance map. The level cap has been raised to 190, and players can find new skills, new equipment, and new quests (including Phoenix instance quests). Also in the update is a new Guild Farm feature (guilds level 6+) and a revamped Totem War.

Several events will also be held to celebrate the content launch, including triple experience, free gifts, and more.

IGG also publishes Tales of Pirates II and GodsWar Online.

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Angels Online Gameplay Screenshot

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Angels Online: New Edition – Legends of The Orient Officially Launched on July 12th

Dear Angels, Angels Online(http://ao.igg.com) has been with us for five years and gone through eight editions. This fiery summer, we'll be presenting a brand new world for you to experience – the 9th edition! Today marks the official launch of The East Orient!

An Introduction to The East Orient

The East Orient is a world full of the mysteries of the orient. All the maps are adorned with the beauty of the east, including the architectural style and the mystical appearance of the monsters, like the zombies and the Monkey King. It's almost as if part of the Journey to the West has come to life. This brand new edition is far more stylish than the previous editions and the difficulty level is much higher as well. There's also the brand new farming system, especially for players who enjoy cultivating plants – enjoy the process and reap huge amounts of EXP as well!

Little Angels, check out these exciting new features!
1.        Eight brand new maps, including an instance map.
2.        Level cap has been raised to Level 190!
3.        Brand new Phoenix instance quests and 3 mega bosses will provide challenges that will test your individual skills as well as your team's ability to work together!
4.        One more quest has been added to the new maps.
5.        Each class has brand new skills!
6.        Brand new system: Guild Farms! Only Guilds level 6 and above can set up a farm.
7.        An upgraded, revamped Totem War!

To celebrate the launch as well as to reward all our players, we've organized many fun events for you!

Events List:
The Orient Event 1: Better than Heroic Gift Box
The Orient Event 2: TRIPLE EXP
The Orient Event 3:Welcoming Banquet
The Orient Event 4: Peachy Guard Lucky Bag

For more details, please click on the following link to read the guide!

http://ao.igg.com/act/mysticorient/

Our latest complete client and the update patch are now available for download, and we welcome all players to come try out our new edition. Please download via the following links:

Complete Client Download:http://ao.igg.com/download/download.php
Update Patch:http://ao.igg.com/news/news.php?aid=3528

Closed Beta Announced For RaiderZ

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 02:20 PM PDT

Perfect World Entertainment has announced the closed beta for RaiderZ will start August 8.

Players who register for the closed beta on the game’s official website will also have a chance to win a trip for two to PAX Prime, held in Seattle from August 31 to September 2. The winners will get a closed-door exclusive preview of the game along with a vacation package including paid for accomodations, flights, and three-day show passes. Players must register by August 6 at 11:59pm (all previously registered players are also eligible).

The closed beta will feature a level cap of 30 and introduce new content from Alpha, including Makot Village.

Perfect World also publishes Rusty Hearts and Blacklight Retribution.

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RaiderZ Closed Beta Date Announced for North America

Join the epic monster-hunting MMORPG for a chance to win a trip for two to PAX Prime 2012

(Redwood City, CA) July 12, 2012 — Perfect World Entertainment Inc. announced today that the Closed Beta for its award-winning, action MMORPG, RaiderZ, is scheduled to launch on August 8, 2012. Players who register for the RaiderZ Closed Beta will also have a chance to win an all-inclusive trip for two to PAX Prime, the highly popular, now sold out consumer video game show held in Seattle, WA, from August 31 to September 2.

 

 

One lucky winner and a friend will get the opportunity to go behind closed doors for an exclusive preview of RaiderZ and enjoy a vacation package complete with three-day show passes, paid-for hotel accommodations and round-trip flights. To enter the giveaway, players simply need to register for the RaiderZ Closed Beta by 11:59pm on August 6, 2012. All previously registered players will already be eligible to win.

 

 

To sign up for Closed Beta access and for more information about RaiderZ and Beta Events in the coming weeks, please visit the official website at http://www.playraiderz.com/

 

 

“We’re excited to be able to invite more players to experience RaiderZ in the upcoming Closed Beta,” said Senior Producer Mark Hill. “With its skill-based combat, classless character system, and impressive bosses that will throw, eat, or even smash players into the ground, RaiderZ represents a truly unique MMORPG experience. Players who already got a chance to try RaiderZ during the Alpha Test phase can also look forward to striving towards a new level cap of 30, exploring the Makot Village, and much more.”

 

 

In RaiderZ, players must hunt together or die alone as they pursue the most dangerous and vicious creatures in the land of Rendel.

 

 

To join the RaiderZ community, visit http://www.facebook.com/RaiderZGame

Maestia Announces Open Beta Date

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 01:53 PM PDT

Gravity Interactive has announced the open beta launch date, plus a new trailer, for Maestia.

Maestia: Rise of Keledus has just finished a closed beta test, and will launch its open beta on July 19 for all interested players. Gravity Interactive plans to keep the open beta test short, like the closed beta test, before its open launch.

The first video has also been released for Maestia today, revealing the game’s prologue and backstory.

Check out more from Maestia with our closed beta preview!

Gravity Interactive also publishes Ragnarok Online and Requiem.

Maestia Prologue

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MAESTIA CLOSES THE CHAPTER ON A SUCCESSFUL CBT; ANNOUNCES OPEN BETA DATES AND RELEASES FIRST OFFICIAL TRAILER

Maestia Will Be Open To All July 19th

Marina del Rey, California – July 12, 2012 – Gravity Interactive, a publisher of exciting massive multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), announced today the official open beta launch date for Maestia: Rise of Keledus is scheduled for July 19th . Starting July 19th all players will be able to jump into the open beta test at http://www.playmaestia.com/. To celebrate the end of a very successful closed beta test and in anticipation of the upcoming open beta, players can now treat themselves to a sneak peek at the all-new trailer which was also unveiled today!

Maestia’s closed beta test was a huge success, with important and enlightening feedback from our players and GMs,” said Jay Choi, Chief Operating Officer at Gravity Interactive. “Much like the closed beta, our open beta will be a short and intense period, so we can gather feedback from our most loyal players, with the game’s official launch not far behind!”

Need a Maestia fix before the beta goes live? Gravity has also unveiled new video footage for Maestia: http://youtu.be/EEQ9X3N0vuc
Join the trailer share event and check out all the upcoming events on the Maestia Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/PlayMaestia

Maestia: Rise of Keledus takes place in a prosperous land that is now faced with threat of extinction with the rise of Keledus, a once righteous man corrupted by his acquired power. As the powers of Goddess Ia burst into shards of light, Keledus found power but couldn’t use it to create life. Raged, Keledus decided to destroy the world and make one of his own. That’s where players enter the game, fighting to right the world and rise to be a god.

Players will follow a captivating storyline and launch head first into the eternal struggle for power and righteousness. Join fellow players in parties to challenge Instance Dungeons or band together in guilds for small and large scale faction battles. Adventure in an ever-growing world filled with quests, crafting, an advanced Mercenary system and more. Ride epic mounts determined by your class, take on massive world bosses designed to challenge a full party of players, craft the strongest weapons and armor or tame magical pets to fight at your side. All will be brought to life in a fantastical world filled with a lush art style showing both the dark and light side of a world thrown into a deep conflict that must be survived before it can be resolved.

Amazon Introduces Game Connect

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 12:58 PM PDT

Amazon.com has revealed a new service today, called Game Connect.

Game Connect lets players use Amazon’s virtual goods platform to offer free-to-play and MMO games, along with developer integration. Players will be able to create game accounts from the product pages, and will link to their Amazon account to make it easier to purchase subscriptions and virtual goods.

Some of the first games available today include World of Tanks, Stronghold Kingdoms, War Inc, RuneScape, Pandora Saga, Super Monday Night Combat, Rappelz, Aika Online, and Luvinia Online. You can check out the full selection at amazon.com/freetoplay.

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World of Tanks Gameplay Screenshot

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Amazon Introduces Game Connect, Adding New Digital Game Selection and Direct Delivery of Virtual Content to Customers' Game Accounts

Customers can now discover an entirely new selection of free-to-play and Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO) games on Amazon, including Battlestar Galactica, World of Tanks, Pandora Saga, Stronghold Kingdoms and Super Monday Night Combat

Game Connect helps game developers reach more customers and sell more virtual goods and subscriptions

SEATTLE–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Jul. 12, 2012– (NASDAQ: AMZN) – Amazon.com, Inc. today announced Game Connect, enabling customers to discover a new category of free-to-play and MMO digital games that marry the ease and security of shopping on Amazon with the convenience of having virtual goods delivered directly to their game accounts. Game Connect is fast and easy for developers to integrate and helps them sell more content by simplifying the purchase process for customers. Developers can start integrating Game Connect today by visiting www.amazon.com/gameconnect/developers.

Customers will find a growing selection of popular free-to-play games such as World of Tanks, Spark City, Stronghold Kingdoms, Pandora Saga and Super Monday Night Combat at www.amazon.com/free2play. In addition, customers who use Game Connect to link their accounts to some of these games will unlock exclusive in-game content. To see a list of all the exclusive offerings, visit www.amazon.com/free2play/exclusives.

Customers who do not yet have game accounts can create them right from the Amazon product pages. The customer's game account will then be linked to their Amazon account so any subscriptions and virtual goods purchased are sent directly into the game without copy and pasting a code.

"Customers can now discover a new category of free-to-play games and can experience the convenience of having virtual items purchased with their Amazon account delivered directly to their game accounts," says Mike Frazzini, director, Amazon Games. "Game Connect helps game developers reach more customers, move more quickly and grow their business by simplifying the purchase process for customers. This is an exciting next step for the Digital Games Store and we have even more to come."

"Uber Entertainment is very excited to be both a part of the new Amazon Digital Games Store and participating in the Game Connect program," said John Comes, Creative Director at Uber Entertainment. "The program is great because it enables us to deliver even more value to all our players, at the same time giving us a great way to drive additional revenue from our games—something we are very excited about."

"We have been impressed by the ease of integrating Game Connect into our games," said Simon Bradbury, Designer and Co-Founder of Firefly Studios. "We believe this mass market platform will be perfect for the continuing growth of Stronghold Kingdoms and we expect to see a growth in our customer base all over the world."

“We think that Game Connect is a fantastic new program that directly benefits our TERA fans and we are very excited to be involved as we continue to build out and expand our offerings," said Chris Lee, Vice President of Publishing at En Masse Entertainment.

Knight Age Begins Closed Beta

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 12:39 PM PDT

Joymax has announced the start of closed beta for Knight Age, which will run through July 17.

Closed beta players will be able to participate in seven events during the week-long beta:

* A starter package filled with seven items to give testers a boost.

* Earn a Boss Pupa for open beta by owning 15 different Pupa during closed beta.

*Find and win Pupa eggs, Boss Pupa eggs, and Cursed Water Buffalo when they are summoned into the world.

* Reach max level in closed and open beta for the chance to win an exclusive epic weapon.

* Comment daily on the Knight Age website between July 18 and August 1 for a chance to win an Tiger mount.

* Help Knight Age’s Facebook Fan Page reach a certain number of likes to reward all players a double experience boost.

* Closed beta players who return for open beta can also comment in an event post for a chance to earn the Black Warhorse.

Joymax also publishes Karma Online and Silkroad Online.

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THE FIRST EVER RIDING-ACTION FANTASY MMORPG, KNIGHT AGE, KICKS OFF CLOSED BETA WITH 7 AWESOME EVENTS

The Knight Age Closed Beta Is Now Upon Us! Take Your Chance To Win Free Mounts And Exclusive Epic Weapons!

Seoul, Korea, July 12, 2012— Joymax, leading online game developer and publisher widely known for Silkroad Online and Digimon Masters, announced today that its closed beta testing period for its newest MMORPG title, Knight Age has officially begun. To celebrate, Knight Age will host a variety of exciting in-game events starting now through July 17th. Closed beta testers can join a vast world of knights battling against a malicious god in this 3D fantasy MMORPG with its own unique riding action. There is still time for players to register through the Joymax Portal site at http://www.joymax.com/knightage/ and be among the first to play Knight Age!

All CBT players can also participate in seven exciting events to enjoy while testing the game:

.Kick-off Package with Great Items: All Closed-Beta Testers will receive a free special package filled up with 7 helpful items!

.Get a Legendary Pupa: Own 15 different Pupa, the adorable pet fighting alongside the player, during the CBT and earn a chance to win a Boss Pupa for the OBT!

.Summon Free Pupa Eggs & Battle the Cursed Water Buffalo: Players can win Pupa eggs, Boss Pupa Eggs and Cursed Water Buffalo as they are summoned at various locations during a set amount of time during the event period.

.Epic Weapon to the Worthy: Players who hit the max level for both the CBT and OBT will be entered for their chance to win an exclusive epic weapon!

.Free Tiger for Daily Check-in: Leave daily comments on the Knight Age website after the CBT from July 18th to August 1st for a chance to win a free Tiger Mount!

.Hit “Like” and Get Double EXP: Double EXP rates will be given to all players when the target number of Likes is reached. All it takes is a simple press on the “Like” button in the Knight Age Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/officialknightage

.Welcome the Returned: To all CBT players who return for OBT can leave a comment in the corresponding event post on the Knight Age Facebook page for their shot at receiving the coveted Black Warhorse!

Players still have time to join the Knight Age CBT! The beta testing period is open to everyone from now until July 17th. Players can immediately register at http://www.joymax.com/knightage/ for this rare opportunity to test the game and to participate in all of the Knight Age events!

Find more on the latest news, contests and screen shots through Knight Age’s Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/officialknightage, or Twitter at @OfficialKnightAge

Lucent Heart Celebrates First Anniversary

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 12:24 PM PDT

Lucent Heart is celebrating its one year anniversary today with a month-long series of special events.

Events include collecting event cards from monsters to cash in for a permanent I Love Lucent Heart set; an art contest to win a Lucent Heart SWAG bag; the game’s first PvP tournament, Tournament of Champions, with armor, pets, and other prizes for winners; and double experience and drop weekends. Item mall prices will also be cut with sales on popular items throughout the month.

Lucent Heart is published by Gamania, which also publishes Divina and Bright Shadow.

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GAMANIA CELEBRATES LUCENT HEART'S ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY


New Events Running All Month Long


IRVINE, Calif. – July 12, 2012 – Gamania Digital Entertainment is pleased to announce that today marks Lucent Heart's one year anniversary. In celebration of a successful first year with its growing community, the team is running a series of special events, contests, and tournaments all month long. Players can find the full event list at http://www.lucentheart.com/event/1stAnniversary/default.aspx and sign up for a free account at http://www.lucentheart.com/signup/signup.aspx?PartnerID=90.

 

"It's been extremely rewarding watching Lucent Heart develop and getting to know our players" said David Wong, COO of Gamania. "A year ago we launched with the goal of delivering a unique social experience where day-to-day interaction is valued, ensuring the game is more than just about quests and items. Looking back at our fantastic community and how close everyone has become, I'd say that without a doubt we've accomplished that goal".

 

Gamania is running a month of special events in celebration of Lucent Heart's one year anniversary. Players can win outfits, pets, SWAG, and more. Highlights include:

 

  • I Love Lucent Heart Event: Collect event cards from monster drops and cash them in for a permanent I Love Lucent Heart set.
  • Anniversary Art Contest: Submit an awesome drawing for the chance to win a Lucent Heart SWAG bag, filled with goodies.
  • Tournament of Champions PvP Event: Enter Lucent Heart's first PvP tournament for the chance to win armor, pets, and more.
  • Double XP and Double Drop Weekends: Jump in and play during the weekend to automatically receive extra rewards.

As a final surprise, Gamania is slashing Item Mall prices with weekly sales on Lucent Heart's most sought after goods. Pets, mounts, and more will be available at discounted prices for players throughout the month.

 

To stay on top of the one year anniversary activities follow the official event page at http://www.lucentheart.com/event/1stAnniversary/default.aspx. New players can sign up for a free account at http://us.beanfun.com/lucentheart/ or join Lucent Heart's friendly community at the official Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/lucentheart?sk=wall.

 

Soul Of Guardian Introducing Cross-Server Battles

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 12:13 PM PDT

Soul of Guardian has announced a new PvP update.

The game will soon make cross-server battles a reality for its players. The best of each server will be able to compete with thousands of others from around the world in a no-holds barred battle for dominance. Also introduced recently were the PvP Arena for players level 40+. Soul of Guardian has also introduced Pirate and Angel costumes.

Soul of Guardian is published by WSGame.

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Battle with No Boundaries in Soul of Guardian!
Shenzhen, China – July 12, 2012 – In July, Soul of Guardian is going to make the highly anticipated Cross-server Battle come true! It has been requested by players for a long time. Finally you will be able to test your PvP progress against the best of the best from all of the SOG servers.

“In Soul of Guardian, we’re always bringing new features and content to the table with our weekly updates. Cross-server Battle will be one of our most important updates, hopefully it will be welcomed by SOGers,” said Johnny Wellman, WSGame’s operations director.

A battle with no boundaries is on! You will find yourself standing on a battlefield, competing with 10,000 players from various region of the world. But don’t rush to the battle unless you are fully prepared. Otherwise you will be smashed by elites from all over the world. Do remember to put on your best equipment and sharpen your weapons with runes and gems, making yourself as powerful as you can. Now comes the time when you reveal your strength and gorgeous skills to the world!

Join this intense combat now! Visit http://sog.wsgame.com to play for free!

C9 Officially Launches

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 11:52 AM PDT

Webzen has officially launched C9 (Continent of the Ninth Seal) today.

C9 has transitioned to official service with a new update that introduces Hell Mode, a dungeon difficulty that offers advanced rare items for players who can master it. The update also opens the item shop with costumes and other character customization options.

The game will also be launching the fourth advancement hunter class, Shadow, on July 17, and the revised version of Berserker will release on July 31.

Webzen is also introducing the Webzen Hub, powered by Overwolf, to allow players to access various features during their gameplay, including video and screenshot capture, instant messaging service, TeamSpeak, an in-game browser, and more.
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Continent of the Ninth Seal Gameplay Screenshot

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[WEBZEN] C9 Official Launch Starts Today

WEBZEN Inc. (WWW.WEBZEN.COM), the Next Generation of Free-to-Play Online Games, will launch C9 (Continent of the Ninth Seal) official service today, following the successful OBT that started on June 30th (GST).

 

On July 11th, C9 will continue from the OBT to official service with new contents including 'Hell Mode', a new dungeon difficulty where players can earn advanced rare items. Also, the item shop will open, offering new character costumes and various funny items that can be used to customize character appearances.

 

With continuous updates, the fourth advancement hunter class, "Shadow" with the fastest overall speed, will be updated on July 17th. Later on, the revised version of one of the highly anticipated class, "Berserker" is planned to be released on July 31st.

 

Also, the excitement of the C9 PvP tournament during E3 will be carried onto Gamescom 2012 in Germany. Here the Europe region finalist will be determined on August 18th. Later in November, the finalists from around the world including the Americas, Europe, and Asia will meet at the "2012 C9 World Championship Tournament" held during G-Star 2012.

 

Jihun Lee, Head of Global Publishing, said, "Through many tests and feedback from players we have put our effort to make C9 a more player-oriented game for official launch." He also said, "We are currently bringing the action of C9 to various tournaments, where we hope many players will participate and have interest in."

 

More information about the Action RPG 'C9' can be found at the main website (c9.webzen.com), and official Facebook community (www.facebook.com/C9Webzen).

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